Action photography is one area where the smartphone may struggle compared to a DSLR camera where you can fire the shutter at a faster speed and in quick succession (rapid fire mode). Here is an article with a few tips about how to make sure your smartphone can capture the quick moments you'd like.

Taking pictures on the go is really easy with a smartphone compared to a bulky DSLR. Many people don't register that you're taking their picture if you use a small smartphone. And, it seems more fleeting to people around you.

We all walk around in the world, but they way that you or I would photograph a street may be very different. Street photography is a way for you to begin really developing your style. You have the opportunity to really 'find' what it is that inspires you to take photographs.

Sports Photography Examples​

Tips for Shooting Sports

Fast Shutter Speed - Freezes action with 1/1000

Panning - Using a slow shutter (1/30) and then you follow the action of the bike with the camera. The background will then blur but the subject will be clear and crisp.

Settings for Action / Sports Photography (Manual Mode)

Turn your camera dial (if your camera has a dial) to Manual Mode

ISO should be between 100 and 800; 1600 will be grainy and pixelated

Aperture should be whatever you want it to be in order to capture enough depth in your image; how many feet in front of the camera will be in focus.

Shutter Speed should be above 1/500 of a second. If you're photographing mega action then you may want to try shooting at 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000 of a second. See what works best to freeze your action.

Long Exposure Photography Examples

Long exposures on a smartphone will require a separate app to work. Also, long exposure photography on a DSLR will also require a neutral density filter depending on when you're photographing. If you leave the shutter open too long in bright day light then your image will just be a white screen because too much light hit the sensor.